At a young age, Bahram was brought to Varisia from the deserts of Casmeron. He father, a well known Kelish merchant came to Varisia seeking new business opportunities. Eventually the family settled down in Magnimar.
While his father, Kobad Al-Asham, would like Barham to take over the family business, he would have other plans. With a knack for getting into trouble, Bahram was always heading out, attempting to find adventure. Whenever questioned, he would just say, he was trying to find valuables to sell.
During his later academic years, he would sign on to archeology teams to sate his thirst for adventure and knowledge of caves.
This is where he became intrigued by Thassilon. The rich story of the Age of Legend and Earthfall became an obsession. Now knowing that some Runelords may still be present, has refreshed his mind.